Quilt Remix by Emily Cier CLOSED

I have been a long-time fan of Emily Cier’s quilt designs from her pattern company, Carolina Patchworks. So when she wrote and asked if I’d be interested in joining the blog tour for her new book, it was a total no-brainer. I knew the book would be well-designed, well-written, and have lots of very cool ideas. I was (as usual–ahem) not mistaken.

Quilt Remix is a small volume that packs a lotta punch. Emily has taken 10 traditional quilt patterns–like the Log Cabin, Flying Geese, and Dresden Plate–and made them modern, fresh, new, and very cool. Her simple twists, like varying the size of fabric cuts and altering the symmetry of some of these traditional blocks, make each design seem like something you’ve never seen before, even though you almost certainly have.

As with all of Emily’s designs, the patterns in the book are clearly written and simple to follow–even for the more complicated blocks. She varies the necessary skill level–from beginner to intermediate–but makes sure that you have the tools to be successful with each one. As someone who has been interested in more traditional, classic quilt designs but less-than-inspired by some of the examples out there for inspiration, I love that I could pick up this little volume and find something to get excited about.

Probably my favorite part about each pattern is the way Emily gives the variations necessary to make each quilt in crib, throw, twin or queen sizes. I’m actually not totally sure why this struck such a chord with me, except that it makes me feel like I have more control over the design and the outcome, and that maybe I can see a little more clearly how to alter the pattern to suit my needs. I like patterns that teach me as I work with them, you know.

If you’re new to quilting, I love that this book gives you a great way to test drive some familiar shapes with some new perspective. And can I point out: Emily’s fabulous patterns sell for $9-12 each (a bargain, considering how cool they are); this book sells for $16.95! So, for less than the cost of two patterns, you could totally have patterns for TEN, plus inspiring variations to boot. It’s a seriously good deal, y’all.

I’m delighted to add that I have a copy of Quilt Remix to GIVE AWAY! Because I want you to get all the sewing your little heart desires, and I want you to have the tools to do it. To win, simply leave a comment and tell me why you like to (or would like to) quilt with modern patterns and designs. That’s it! Comments will be open through Monday, January 24. Winner will be announced Tuesday, January 25.

Follow along with the rest of the blog tour at these fine establishments:

I love to quilt using modern patterns to challenge myself and I adore the look of them! It’s nice to “quilt outside of my comfort zone” and create new, fresh and funky designs! Thanks for the chance to win this awesome book!

I haven’t tried too many contemporary or modern patterns because I’m generally a fan of symmetry, however Emily and a few others have brought me around to a new way of looking at modern, and I’m jumping into my first one this year. I can’t wait to see how it turns out!

I’ve been sewing for about 10 years, but I have never attempted a quilt because I thought they were too “old” looking. Now that I’m seeing so many wonderful new fabrics and designs, I’m ready to dip my toes into the world of quilting. I’m not sure if this would be a good beginner’s book, but I’m sure it will offer plenty of useful tips for me.

I entered the quilting world as a trad quilter, following in the tradition of my grandmother. I have begun to quilt in a more modern way, creating quilts of my own design incorporating much more “space” and focusing on the prints I feature. I absolutely love the idea of this book, because I haven’t yet found a way to bring the trad quilt world and the modern quilt world together, on my own. Thanks for the giveaway!

My grandmother is the quilter in the family–quilts for everyone and then some (we have four in our house alone!) fly out of her able and skilled hands. I’d love to make a quilt for HER, something she’d enjoy but also something she’s never seen or tried before. These quilts would certainly fit that role–I think I’d love to make it, and I know she’d love to receive it!

I would like to be able to sew quilt tops for my 1 year olds room that are new and fresh and don’t look like something that belong in my great grandmother’s room. She is bright and fresh and she deserves bedding that matches her personality!

Having been a quilter since the early 90’s, I’m a wee bit tired of traditional quilts. I have definitely moved onto patterms with a more modern twist, whether via blocks or fabric selection. I would love a copy of this book. I’m especially curious about how Emily writes up instructions for creating the circle blocks.

I am new to quilting and in all I’ve seen so far I seem to be more drawn to the modern patterns and designs because of the lines and usually brighter colors. I just love the bright colors and how they work together in the quilts.

I am interested in quilting with modern fabrics and designs mainly because I have never been interested in quilting until I started seeing quilts with modern fabric and designs and love them! I have a table runner planned for my first project but this book looks incredible.

I like the traditional blocks “remixed” into modern quilts. jaybird’s version of the cover quilt is shaping up to be fantastic. Perhaps this book will help jumpstart me on the design of more contemporary quilts vs just trying to get through the steps of piecing each block. Thanks for the giveaway of Emily’s book.

Modern colours and designs seem to make the most of the technology that is now available for creating bright colors. Something I appreciate as chemist!
I have to say that I love the fact that Emilys designs are a modern take on traditional designs. Best of both worlds if you ask me.

I consider myself a traditional quilter with a wannabe contemporary quilter fighting to get out! While I just can’t get myself to purchase the newest modern fabric lines, I sure like to see designers mix up traditional patterns for mind-blowing quilt designs! Following this Quilt Remix blog hop has sure opened my eyes to new possibilities, thanks to Emily Cier!

modern patterns leave so much room for my own interpretation of a quilt…with traditional patterns i feel like every point needs to be aligned…not my strong point…id rather quilt for enjoyment without the pressure of everything being on the mark.

I am currently finishing(hand quilting) a 25 year old project, a hand pieced Broken Star… made with 25 year old fabrics! Ugh! (Did I really pick those?!) I am newly enamored with all the beautiful, bright fabrics, quilts and quilters abounding online…where have I been? Even without this book, your site is a wealth of inspiration to get going in fresh, colorful ways! The opportunity to win this sparkling book is icing on the (layer)cake!

My mother-in-law taught me to quilt, and luckily loved the bright modern aesthetic that has emerged as much as I do. She would have loved the combination of traditional designs tweaked with more modern constructions and colors. Please count me in – thank you.

i would LOVE to win this because I am a lover of all things colorful and wonderful! I want to make happy fun quilts but there are not really a lot of modern patterns to use! I am getting into quilting more and I love what I have learned so far! I really really really REALLY hope that I win!!!!!

I like to quilt with modern patterns/designs because they’re fresh, creative and interesting! I discovered this whole world almost three years ago and now I’m hooked. I’m always planning my next quilting/sewing project…it’s exciting and I love it!!
I’d love to win a copy of Emily’s book. Thanks for a great giveaway!!
jodym7(at)yahoo.com

Modern quilt: a fresh new look at established patterns – and more room for error… at least for me ;-). A great use for all the modern fabrics available. Thanks for the give away – the books truely looks like a winner!

Hi ! I’d love to win this book and do some of these variations! Absolutely love the 9-patch with the circles in it. (By the way, I’ve purchased from Whipstitch before but had no idea that you had a blog until now…I’ll look forward to reading you whenever you post now.) Thanks!

Deborah,
Thanks for hosting this review and the giveaway too! I am a quilter that wants to break out of the traditional roles of quiltmaking but amazingly find myself a bit timid to do it. That’s a hard thought to factualize on paper but for 2011, it’s on my list of personal challenges. With this book it could only help. Thanks fo rthe chance.
Jane

I’ve been following this blog tour and every time I see the photos from the book I get more excited – it’s really difficult to make something as common as these quilt patterns seem new and fresh, which is exactly what Emily’s done. Thanks for the great giveaway!

My 2-year-old BOY and 5-year-old GIRL are about to share a room with bunk beds. I am looking for a way to make their quilts individualized, but harmonious. This book looks like it has a pattern and would allow me to vary the color story enough to make his look boyish and hers girlish and yet both quilts would still look contemporary!!!

I love these patterns! They are so gorgeous and so surprising! Sometimes it gets boring making the same blocks over and over again, this book would shake things up and make quilting more exciting! It also makes you think outside of the traditional quilting block! Thanks for the giveaway!

I’ve been eyeing up my kids’ newly-rearranged bedrooms and itching to make them quilts, but I haven’t been very inspired by the traditional patterns. The modern stuff is fantastic, but I don’t know how to approach it. This book sounds like the perfect introduction.

After years of the traditional type of quilting, twisting things up a bit really adds interest and shows a person confident enough to ‘break the rules’. I’m not creative enough to do it on my own I don’t think, so really appreciate books and the net showcasing some prime examples.

I’ve been quilting for only a short time, but the modern quilt styles were what got me started. I love how something can be made fun and fresh with just a little twist to it.
I’m a huge fan of Emily’s patterns, and I’d be thrilled to win a copy of her book.

I’m only 30 so all I know is modern fun quilts! I’ve always been drawn to the bright, fun, MODERN fabrics so it only follows that my quilting style would follow too. Oh, and Dresden Plates are to die for! Just made my first two last week – easy peasy!

I like that the patterns provide information for multiple quilt sizes. Isn’t it funny that each generation likes to put their spin on an art form? Love these spins on traditional blocks. Thanks for hosting! Cheers!

When I started to think about trying to make quilts, I was instantly drawn to the bright colours and simple shapes of the quilts made by bloggers such as Oh Fransson and Film in the Fridge. Then I learned that this type of quilting had a name – modern. I’ve now made two quilts in this style and would love some more guidance from a book such as this one.

I love the idea of using modern patterns for quilts because it lets you
put a bit of your own personality and style into what used to be a traditional pattern. A lot of them allow you to use the big prints to their full design potential.

this book is TOTALLY AWESOME! there are so many cool projects i don’t where i would start! i would so luv to win this book! thanks for sponsoring the give-a-way!!!! by the way your blog is AWESOME as well!!!!